The Jazz Combo

SYLLABUS

COURSE: MU2303 Jazz Combo

TEACHER: Mr. Kennedy Rm. 133 (Band Room)

CLASS MATERIALS: Materials for this class will be provided by the band program. Though most students own their own instrument, there are some instruments that the school system provides, primarily large costly instruments such as the acoustic bass, electric piano, etc….

DESCRIPTION: This performance based class gives the instrumentalist/vocalist an understanding of contemporary harmonic techniques including its construction and implementation. Emphasis is based on the development of standard jazz literature in a small group setting

This course will include the following:

Many performance opportunities

Written evaluations of our own performances

Opportunity to pursue involvement in the Western Mass. District Jazz Ensemble

Opportunities to travel and perform in festivals throughout the Eastern United States